SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Dominion, Volume 11, Issue 47, 19 November 1917, Page 2

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Wedding at Palmerston North, The wedding took place last Thursday at All Saints' Church, Palmerston North, of Mr. Ernest Robert Chapman, fourth son of Mrs. L. Chapman, of Kensington, London, to Miss Vera Munn Browne, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. B. D. Browne, of Palmerston North. Tim bride, who was given away by her father, was attended by her sister, Miss Bciio Browne, and Miss Ellen Millar. The best man was Sorgt.-Major A. W. Chapman, cf tho Instructional Staff at Awapuni Camp, brother of the 'bridegroom. Tho latter was a member of the Sixth Reinforcements (Mounted Rifles), but an accident in camp prevented him from leaving with that body. For some, time pnst he has been on homo service in Awapuni Camp, but Ins now boon discharged. The ceremony was- performed by the Rev. H. G. Blackbnnie, and aftei\ wards a reception, attended by a few; friends, was Held. For the Barnardo Homos. Tho splendid work for waifs and strays which was started in London many years ago by tho late Dr. Barnardo has found many supporters in New Zealand, and one of tho recent efforts which havo been mado on behalf of these homes was that of the school children, of Hataitai and Kilbirnie, who, on Saturday, had a special function to celebrate the opening of their collection' boxes, combined with a salo of produce, cakes, flowers, etc. The arrangements in connection with the afternoon -.were carried out in tho Hataitai Methodist Clmrch Schoolroom, and a com-' mittoe of ladies was in charge. Dr. A. K. Newman, M.P., who was welcomed byMr. Worboys, the headmaster of tho school, opened the proceedings of tho afternoon, and spoke of tho good work which was done in tho Barnardo Homes , and of the great need for all the assistance which could bo given them. Follow- | ing tho opening was a brief programme of musical items and recitations by somo of the children. The amount of money collected by tho school children in their money-boxes amounted to a Utile over ,£9, and by the sale of produce, cakes, fiowers, sweeX afternoon tea, etc., an amount in atT of about ,£27 wa? realised, I/ittle Thyra Brodie, who (of the. girls* had collected tho largest amount of money, was presented with a box of chocolates, and Master 1 Julius (for the boys) was also'rowarded. Children and Red Cross Worki The wounded men and their sufferings, and tho comforts sent to them through tho Red Cross, occupy a prominent place in the minds of most ohildren at the'present time, states a writer in tho Christchurch "Press." When ono remembers how seldom children aro capable of sustained effort, the work of the small people.of the Canterbury district during tho last two years seems nothing short of marvellous, and perhaps a fewfacts about tho different schools may serve to-stimulate tho children's interests, nnd incite them to more onergy on 'behalf of our wounded men. In all, some 121 schools aro working for the Red Cross, somo of them sonding in weekly parcels, somo fortnightly, and somo monthly, or even three-monthly. In tho country, the long distances havo -to bo taken into consideration in giving an account of the work. School hours are shorter, and tho cbildren aro less in touch with the work. But, in' spite of many difficulties, many of the country schools can show, a very good list of- tho children's work. , ; The boys of somo of tho schools knit tho face washers and pyjama girdles, and not only in school hours do tho children work. . Many of tbem got up ments, and charge a small fee for admission, donating the proceeds to. Red Cross Funds. . • ■ ■. Mrs, Green and Mrs. Kircher (Seatoun) will be in charge of the Woodward Street Red Cross Shop on Wednesday. Miss Moore (Wanganui) is visiting Cbristohurch. Mr. and Mrs. W. Hill have returned to Christchurch from a visit to Wellington, i .. Mrs. Cotter (Greytown) has been spending the past few days with friends in Feilding. At the Anzac Club 1 on Friday night (our Fcatherston . correspondent reports) Mesdames W. J. Martin, G. Pain, W. E. Bidwill, a.nd W. Hume were the hostesses for the • weekly dance. Mr. F. Brabant was M.C. The Military Band provided the music, assisted by Mesdames Holon* . Oliver, Carlyon, and Wickens,, and Miss Toqgood, who played pianoforte extras.,' Mr. Cyril Maudo's eldest daughter Marjorie was married recently in New York to Mr. James Bureri, a wealthy American. His second daughter Pamela, who lost her husband after a few wteks of married life—Major Congrevo—was commanded to Buckingbam Palace by the King and presented with the V.C., tho D.5.0., and the Military Medal, n ll of which coveted decorations had been won by the gallant young major. By Queen Mary's request, Mrs. Conprcve's baby was christened Marjj after Queen Mary, 'and Gloria (to commemorate Major Congreve's heroism). Queen Mary is her godmother. The Melbourno National Council of Women has formed a committee, with Mrs. Henry Cave in tho lead, advocating certain nursing reforms. At a recent meeting- Mrs. Gertrude Spencer pointed out that, with the number of congenlnl j occupations now available to women, there was a grave danger of many girls who would make ideal nurses drifting into other spheres that offered less hardship. Dr. Edith Barrett held the opinion that there was a useful sphere of servico for nurses who had had a short period of bospital training. - She advocated a one or two years' bospital course for these women, who could attend to cases that did not require tho skill and experience of a highly-trained nurse. In connection with tho performance of "Tho Magic' Carpet" at the Grand Opera House next Saturday nigbt, Mrs. Arthur Duncan, and a committee have undertaken the salo of sweets, and will be glad to receive contributions of the same at the theatre on Saturday morning. Thoso who missed seeing this production when last placed before tho public will havo this final opportunity of doing so. As a large house is looked for, intending patrons are advised to get thoir tickets early so as to avoid disappointment. The proceeds will be devoted to King George's Fund for the 'Navy. Tho box plan opens this morning. .SPECIAL HAIR TREATMENT. A COURSE OF HOME RECOMMENDED. From time to time I have had to reply to many queries upon the subject of hair—how to promote the growth, to prevent and cure daudruff, to arrest premature sreynoss, etc. Whon writing much timo would bo saved if tho correspondent would adviso mo of the condition of her general health, appearance of tho hair and scalp, and enclose a sumplo of recent combings for microscopical examination. Undoubtedly tho homo course of treatment is best for thoso who cannot take advantage of tho special courses given in our rooms. Tho preparations necessary includo a Pomade or Scalp Food, a specially prescribed Hair Lotion to suit tho condition of tho scalp, also Shampoo Powders or Hair Wash, sufficient in. all for .a threo monllis' course witli full instructions, Price, 16s, 6d.; posted, 17s. MRS. ROLLESTON, 256 Lambton Quay.

Wellington Red Cross Shop, The Spinsters' Club handed in .£46 Os. Id. for our Returned Sick and Wounded Soldiers' Fund on Friday last. They provided morning and afternoon tea and lunch, and the room was woll patronised and presented a bitßy scene, especially during the lunch hour. The : luuch provided was of the daintiest, and was much appreciated. This .ia. the fourth Friday during tin's year that the Spinisters' Club has taken chargo of the shop, and each effort has been most successful, and the Sick and Wounded Soldiers' Fund has been very greatly assisted. The club is characterised by its kindliness and warm sympathy for all efforts to help our soldiers, and its services have been greatly appreciated by the committee of the Bhop. Miss Coates has forwarded £f> towards tho Victoria Lenguo Day from the sale of goods. Next Friday tho Wadostown Women's National Resorve will have, their Rod Cross Day at tho shop, and a, successful' effort is looked forward to, as a good deal of money is already in hand. The homemade cakes will be a speciality, and are well known and sought after. The first Tuesday in every month cakes "have been sent in for sale from this district, and have been the means of greatly helping on the Red Cross'work. Miss Cooper and Miss Moss are at present receiving a beautiful supply of flowers-ihe chrysanthemum plants which Mrs. Garriek, of Mototuku (near Dannevirke),. sent, were eagerly bought, also the rose-pink • larkspur (given by another Red Cross friend). ■ ■ ■ Mrs, R. J. Seddon.-returned to Wellington yesterday morning from the South Island. ! . Mrs. Algar Williams arrived in-Wel-lington by the Maori from Lyttolton yesterday morning. Tho winners of the guessing competitions at the Ladies' Auxiliary of tho Navy League stall on Snilors' Day are as follow: Camisole, Mrs. Willoughby; picture, Mr. Aikcns, plum cake, Mrs. Wallace; iced cake, Mrs. Gales; Fenton china cup, Mrs. Tilly; yellow cup, Mr. Gualter; Lord Cardigan's teapot, Mrs. Tilly. The auxiliary is very grateful to the Y.W.C.A., who greatly assisted by their services in' collecting ! on the wharves. ■'■■■■ A meeting of tlio Kindergarten Bazaar Committee was held last weok. • Tho following resolution was passed:—"That the thanks of tho committee be tendered to all who assisted to. make the-bazaar a success, especially to the stallholders, entertainers, and other helpers who gave their services so willingly, and .that letters of thanks be- forwarded to them." Tho treasurer annbunced that tho net resulls would bo approximately 270, and that tho complete balance-sheet would be -published shortly, when all tho accounts had been paid. Only natural that coarse soap, washing soda, and the blue tub should make the hands rough and red on washing day! Use Sydal, and roughness and redness will disappear. Sydal is a soothing, smoothing, hand emollient—makes the skin white and Eoft. Not a jreasy cream, but a fragrant jelly: Get a 2s. jar from your chomist's or store.—Advt.

Convent Fetfl. . A large number of people attended the ■ interesting tote held at tjie Sacked Heart Convent, Island Bay, on Saturday afternoon. The object of the fete was a.™' 0 " fold one. In the first instance tho Sisters and students find monev to keep one poor child for a year in the Rev. Mother Mary Joseph Aubort's Home, and, that amount raised, some other object is assisted with the surplus. On this occasion tho balance is being donated to a fund for the restoration of the Roman Catholic churches which have been so rutluessly and deliberately destroyed by the Huns. Tho fete was delightfully arranged. Iho work of the students in tho needlework dopartment was sold; there was a cake and sweet stall, a toy stall, and one for tho disposal of holy" pictures, etc. The drawings of .one of tlio students—a girl 16 years of age—attracted attention by reason of the marked talent shown in draughtsmanship.' Baffles for small articles dear to the feminine mind caused much entertainment, but, best of all, was the entertainment the students provided. A good many of the items were in French. One very cleverly done item was tho recital in French of the wellknown poem descriptive of how tho bravo Roman, Horatius, kept the bridge. This was recited by seven girls with admirable spirit, each one taking up the narrative where suitable breaks in tho poem occurred. The smaller girls 6ang that charming old French cradle song, "Au claive do la Lune," and there were other songs, duets, pianoforte, items, all given in a manner that Bhowed uncommon understanding and gave the Idea that in the Sacred Heart Convßnt Wellington possess <1 seat of learning for girls that must be of very great value. The wedding took place last week at Morrinsvillo of Sergeant-Major W. J. A. Morris, son of Mr. W. Morns, of tho staff of the Masterton Implement Company, to Miss Edith Hanson, youngest daughter of the lato Mr. George Hanson, of Masterton. Tho ceremony, which took place at the Anglican Church, was performed by the Rev. Mr. Venables. Miss Nancy JacksoA was bridesmaid and bergeant J. ' Cottingliam, of Morrinsville, was best man.''